CNS - SFO

$1,547 Find Cheap Flights from Cairns to San Francisco

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Cairns to San Francisco departing on 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Cairns to San Francisco, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Cairns to San Francisco, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest return fare
$1,547
Cathay Pacific
Thu 5/2Mon 9/2
CNS - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$1,747
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/1
CNS - SFO • 3 stops
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Cheap Flights from Cairns to San Francisco (CNS-SFO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Cairns to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Cairns to San Francisco

Thu, 5 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:25 - 21:15
CNS
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SFO
27h 50m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
21:45 - 09:55
SFO
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CNS
42h 10m1 stop
$1,547Cathay Pacific
Sat, 24 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:25 - 16:05
CNS
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SFO
22h 40m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
22:55 - 09:55
SFO
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CNS
41h 00m1 stop
$1,577Cathay Pacific
Sat, 24 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 20:34
CNS
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SFO
32h 34m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:20 - 17:15
SFO
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CNS
33h 55m2 stops
$1,783Multiple Airlines
Sat, 24 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 16:05
CNS
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SFO
28h 05m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:55 - 09:55
SFO
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CNS
41h 00m1 stop
$1,886Multiple Airlines
Wed, 4 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:35 - 16:20
CNS
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SFO
46h 45m2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:25 - 09:55
SFO
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CNS
28h 30m1 stop
$2,005Cathay Pacific
Wed, 4 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:35 - 09:45
CNS
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SFO
40h 10m2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:25 - 09:55
SFO
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CNS
28h 30m1 stop
$2,011Cathay Pacific
Thu, 5 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb
Air Canada Logo
06:00 - 20:34
CNS
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SFO
32h 34m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
13:20 - 14:00
SFO
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CNS
30h 40m2 stops
$2,071Air Canada
Wed, 4 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb
Air Canada Logo
06:00 - 10:34
CNS
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SFO
22h 34m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
11:20 - 14:55
SFO
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CNS
33h 35m2 stops
$2,156Air Canada
Wed, 4 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb
Air Canada Logo
06:00 - 12:20
CNS
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SFO
24h 20m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
07:30 - 14:55
SFO
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CNS
37h 25m2 stops
$2,160Air Canada
Wed, 24 Dec - Sun, 4 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:45 - 19:29
CNS
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SFO
25h 44m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:15 - 11:50
SFO
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CNS
21h 35m1 stop
$2,400Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Cairns to San Francisco flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Cairns to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Cairns to San Francisco?

Percentage of one-stop return flights from Cairns to San Francisco chosen by KAYAK users via each stopover airport in the last 12 months (only includes trips with the same stopover airport on both legs).

Brisbane (BNE) is the top choice – 25% of KAYAK users who clicked on one-stop flights from Cairns to San Francisco picked an itinerary connecting there.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Cairns to San Francisco?

Average return price for one-stop flights from Cairns to San Francisco clicked by KAYAK users in the last 12 months (only includes trips with the same stopover airport for both legs).

Flights via Singapore (SIN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average price of $1,498 for a return.

Which stopover airport offers the shortest total travel time from Cairns to San Francisco?

Shortest average total travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Cairns to San Francisco via different stopover airports, based on KAYAK user data from the last 12 months.

Consider flying via Brisbane (BNE) for the shortest journey. The average one-way travel time for flights connecting there is 17h 50m.

Which stopover airport has the quickest connection when flying from Cairns to San Francisco?

Average duration at different stopover airports for one-stop one-way flights from Cairns to San Francisco, based on KAYAK user data from the last 12 months.

If you prefer a quick connection, Brisbane (BNE) often has the shortest stopovers from Cairns to San Francisco, with an average time of 3h 13m.

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Cheapest flight$1,547
Flight from Cairns to San Francisco

When to book flights from Cairns to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cairns to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Cairns to San Francisco

  • Where can I park a car at Cairns Airport (CNS)?

    Cairns Airport has three car parks – one in Terminal 1 for international departures and two in Terminal 2 for domestic travellers. The car parks are only about a 2min walk from the terminal building. Depending on your needs, you can book a suitable parking option. Passengers can park at the airport for a minimum of three days. For shorter durations, be sure to consult a representative at the car park. You can book in advance to scoop available discounts.

  • How can I fly from Cairns to San Francisco?

    No direct flights are found; there are only connecting flights from Cairns to San Francisco. However, there are airlines offering one-stop flights, such as the Qantas and Air New Zealand flight from Cairns to San Francisco, both with common layovers happening at Melbourne (MEL) and Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD).

  • What is the cheapest flight from Cairns to San Francisco?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Cairns to San Francisco was $1,747 for a one-way ticket and $1,547 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Cairns to San Francisco?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Cairns to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Cairns to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Cairns to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Cairns is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Cairns to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Cairns with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Cairns to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Cairns up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Cairns to San Francisco

  • San Francisco has three major international airports. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a convenient airport to use if you're trying to get to San Francisco, and it's also well located for easy access to other parts of The Bay.
  • For easy Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) access to the city, Oakland International Airport (OAK) and San Francisco International Airport are convenient. They are both under 15 miles (25 km) from downtown San Francisco, so they are about the same in regards to the cost of an Uber or Lyft. San Francisco International Airport has more options for international flights; thus, that will likely be your only option.
  • A good airport to use if you aren't going to San Francisco but rather to the South Bay is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC), if you can get a flight there. If you are visiting Oakland, Berkeley or anywhere in the East Bay, Oakland Airport is much more convenient if flights are available.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Cairns to San Francisco

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Cairns (CNS)
San Francisco (SFO)